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Forum: Space Empires: IV & V November 7th, 2003, 06:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,701
Posted By hickmanj
Empire of the Fading Suns - anyone willing to mod?

I remember a game that was released in the 90s that was very cool in concept - but unfortunately was lame in terms of AI and playability.

The Emperor of the Fading Suns had the Merchants Guild,...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V November 3rd, 2003, 05:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,278
Posted By hickmanj
Re: Please help a newbie with some questions

Thanks to everyone for their suggestions. I have downloaded AIC and look forward to trying it out! http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon7.gif The TDM-Modpack will always be a favorite...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V November 2nd, 2003, 09:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,278
Posted By hickmanj
Re: Please help a newbie with some questions

Thank you for the info.

In terms of setting the AI to high bonus (I already use High Difficulty with Low bonus) - it bothers me to lose simply because the AI is given more stuff ... I was hoping...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V November 2nd, 2003, 09:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,278
Posted By hickmanj
Please help a newbie with some questions

I have SEIV Gold and the TDM modpack. I only have time for single player games (as I am a father of 2 toddlers and work full-time) and want to make it the most challenging deep experience possible....
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V May 21st, 2003, 10:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,084
Posted By hickmanj
Able to set TDM AIs in-game? Or always pre-game?

In order for the TDM races to play by their scripted AIs - do I need to hand set them each before a game (in the race selection screen) or can I start the first turn and then set AIs "on" and they...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V May 21st, 2003, 03:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,042
Posted By hickmanj
Please help with setup question

When I set up a new game with the Gold Version TDM modpack, I handpick my races to play against.

My question: Do I need to work my way down the list of races and set each one to AI player and...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V May 5th, 2003, 03:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,191
Posted By hickmanj
Where can I download 255 system names?

Wanted to edit the system max from 100 to 255 and figured someone had to have released something like this.... gulp, or else I have to type a loooottttt of names.

thx,

J
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V May 3rd, 2003, 06:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,623
Posted By hickmanj
Experienced SEIV players please offer suggestions

I have SEIV Gold and play with the TDM Modpack (always). I only have time in my life for single player games. As a result, I want to optimize the performance of the AI and other races.

I just...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V March 15th, 2003, 02:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,138
Posted By hickmanj
Re: Does re-doing TDM modpack characteristics mess up mod?

Sorry, I think i was typing this while the first one was being answered.

I thought the first post might have been confusing since I combined the two

sorry
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V March 15th, 2003, 01:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,138
Posted By hickmanj
Does re-doing TDM modpack characteristics mess up mod?

If i change some of the percentages (mining to 120% etc. take away some special abilities like natural merchants) does this mess with the AI coded by the different TDM modpack people? I'd like to...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V March 15th, 2003, 01:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,210
Posted By hickmanj
Re: Does AI use troops ever (TDM Gold modpack)?

Um... this may be a noob question - but what do you mean by AI contest? How do I download and where do I find it? (of course, I just read it and haven't tried looking yet ...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V March 14th, 2003, 11:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,210
Posted By hickmanj
Does AI use troops ever (TDM Gold modpack)?

I tried a search but have a slower connection and couldn't get a return.... I would love it if the AI does this but have never noticed it.

Also, if I re-do some of the AI races characteristics...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V December 11th, 2002, 02:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,570
Posted By hickmanj
OT: Anyone play Hegemonia? Opinions of it?

I'm ready for a new game - but nothing much is grabbing my attention. The closest one was Hegemonia - I've heard a little bit about it - but no major game source has done a review yet.

Anyone...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V December 9th, 2002, 06:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,816
Posted By hickmanj
Re: Someone should make Emperor of the Fading Suns shipsets

Woooooooooooooo hoooooooooooooo! http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon7.gif

Working on a ship - this makes me happy!

J
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V December 3rd, 2002, 08:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,816
Posted By hickmanj
Re: Someone should make Emperor of the Fading Suns shipsets

I agree - the game was incredible in potential but the AI was non-existant.

I don't understand why game developers don't just remake the great games with new graphics, AI etc.

Xcom, Master of...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V December 2nd, 2002, 01:01 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,816
Posted By hickmanj
Someone should make Emperor of the Fading Suns shipsets

This is an incredibly rich universe - it would be cool if someone would create the different houses, the church, the merchant league and the aliens. Anyone with modding experience familiar with this...
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V November 18th, 2002, 09:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,006
Posted By hickmanj
Shrapnel should make "Escape Velocity" style game for PC!

I looonnngggg for an open-ended space game for the PC like escape velocity for mac.

Wasn't sure where to post such a wish - so figured SEIV the best.

J
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V November 3rd, 2002, 10:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,651
Posted By hickmanj
Re: Been a long time - a question

Thanks for everyone's help! http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon7.gif

J
Forum: Space Empires: IV & V November 1st, 2002, 07:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,651
Posted By hickmanj
Been a long time - a question

Hey all http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon7.gif

I've enjoyed SEIV since it first appeared and especially the mods. But, it's been a while and I need some help.

First, I...
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